The spine consists of bone fragments called vertebrae located between the skull and the coccyx. Dec. Between the vertebrae, which are in a symmetrical arrangement, there are Decussation and facet joints. While these joints increase the endurance and flexibility of the spine, they also give the spine mobility. The tissue located in the front part of each vertebra is called the disc, and the one located in the back is called the facet joint. The soft tissues located between this structure, which extends from the skull to the coccyx, also surround and protect the spinal cord, which is an important part of the central nervous system. Dec. The spinal cord, just like the brain, is surrounded by a membrane called the meninges. Cerebrospinal fluid is located between this membrane structure, which is a continuation of the brain membrane, and the spinal cord. Dec. The spine, which forms the basis of the human skeleton, consists of 7 cervical vertebrae, or in other words, neck vertebrae, 12 thoracic vertebrae, that is, back vertebrae, 5 lumbar vertebrae, known as lumbar vertebrae, and 5 sacral vertebrae, defined as the coccyx. The spine is also supported by ligaments and November muscle tissues, which are medically defined as ligaments. Thanks to all this anatomical structure, the spine has a solid and movable structure. Due to congenital or acquired spine disorders, standing, turning to the right and left, moving, such as restricting movements that are often performed in everyday life, can greatly reduce a person's quality of life. The treatment of common diseases such as lumbar hernia, lumbar spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, cervical hernia and spinal trauma-related disorders is performed by spinal surgeons.
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What is Spinal Surgery?
herniated disc
Cervical Hernia
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Spondylolisthesis
Spinal Trauma
What is Spinal Surgery?
Spinal surgery is a department that deals with disorders related to the spine, which consists of vertebrae and contains the spinal cord inside. These problems, which can be structural, functional and mechanical, can prevent a person from doing their daily activities. after 6 years of medical school education, physicians who specialize in orthopedics and traumatology or brain and neurosurgery department specialize in this field by additionally studying spine surgery. October 1, 2016. Spinal cord surgeons working multidisciplinary with other branches of science such as physical therapy and rehabilitation, neurology, arrange treatment for the disease and October after making the diagnosis with examinations and additional examinations performed in accordance with the patient's complaints. Spine surgery deals with disorders such as scoliosis and kyphosis, which are mostly seen in childhood; hernia formations and degenerative disorders in adults; bone resorption in old age. Some of the disorders followed by spine surgery physicians are listed in the following headings:
Herniated disc
A lumbar disc herniation, defined as a lumbar disc herniation, can be defined as a Dec Decussation of the disc located between the vertebrae and acting as a cushion, protruding out from between two vertebrae, or in other words, a hernia. Under normal conditions, each disc consists of a solid outer layer called the annulus fibrosus. In the middle part of the disc, there is a gel-like structure that gives it its cushiony feature. With the progression of age, the gel structure located in the middle of the disc loses its property and becomes unable to perform its function, or the outer tissue of the disc, called annulus fibrosis, cracks. The Decussation disc protruding out from between the vertebrae causes lower back and leg pain, as well as weakness in the feet and legs. Different treatment methods can be applied according to the severity of lumbar hernia. While some cases show improvement with medication and exercise, in some cases surgical operation is required to eliminate the pressure of the herniated disc on the nerve.
Cervical Hernia
A cervical disc hernia, called a cervical disc hernia, occurs as a result of the disc protruding outwards from between the vertebrae, as in a lumbar disc hernia. Dec. This condition, which occurs in the neck area, leads to burning, pain, sensation and loss of strength in the arms. When a physician is contacted with these and similar complaints, the physician receives a detailed anamnesis from the patient. Then, by evaluating the muscle strength, sensation and reflex condition in the arms, he has an idea about the severity and location of the cervical hernia November. Treatment is recommended after additional radiological examinations. October 19, 2019. Organized treatment; it can be exercise, physical therapy, medication and injection, as well as surgical intervention. A high rate of recovery is achieved in cervical hernia operations performed by a spinal surgeon. The patient is discharged after about 24 hours.
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar spinal stenosis, popularly known as narrow canal or canal stenosis in the lower back, is one of the ailments Decently encountered by spinal surgery. Lumbar spinal stenosis is most often seen due to a decrease in the amount of fluid inside the Decussation structures located between each vertebra due to advanced age. Due to this deformation, the discs harden and shift from their current position to the spinal canal. Sometimes the facet joints located between the vertebrae are subjected to the same process, leading to Decongestion of the canal structure. Pressure is applied to the nerve root due to the narrowing of the canal. In this case, symptoms such as cramping, numbness and pain in the back or legs appear. Complaints increase with standing and walking for a long time. In some cases, it can also lead to complaints such as weakness in the legs. If a person applies to a doctor with these complaints, the doctor October request additional radiological examinations after performing a physical examination. After X-ray, MRI or CT imaging, the existing stenosis in the spine is definitely detected. Surgical intervention is performed in cases that are too advanced to benefit from medication or spinal injection treatment options, or in patients with progressive leg weakness, bladder and intestinal problems. With this process, known as lumbar decompression, the existing pressure is removed and the channel diameter is expanded again. Another surgical option is laminectomy. In this method, the canal can be expanded by removing the relevant bone structure. After the operation, which is performed according to the type of stenosis and the severity of the press, leg pain and loss of function in the leg, if any, are eliminated.
Spondylolisthesis
Due to this movement of the vertebra sliding forward or backward for different reasons, the soft tissues, spinal cord and nerves located Decoupled between them are compressed. This condition is defined as spondylolisthesis in medical language, while it is popularly known as Deceleration. According to the severity of the slip, the tissue between the vertebrae, spinal cord and nerves are compressed, leading to complaints such Decumbent pain, hip and leg pain, tingling, burning and numbness. In advanced cases, it can also lead to complaints such as severe pain in the arms and legs, urinary incontinence, paralysis. Although waist slippage is mostly seen as a result of genetic predisposition, it can also occur due to advanced age, lifestyle and trauma. The shift, which is mostly seen between the L5 and S1 vertebrae, may also be caused Dec Decently by the weakness of the tissue between the two vertebrae. After the person applies to the doctor with such complaints, the doctor takes the patient's medical history in detail and performs a physical examination. The physician clarifies the diagnosis of spondylolisthesis by performing additional radiological imaging when October is necessary. Treatment options are evaluated according to the type and severity of the disease. In some cases, medication or physical therapy is sufficient, while in others, surgical operation is required. The nerves that are suppressed by the operation are relieved, and the spine is fixed when necessary.
Spinal Trauma
Injuries caused to the vertebrae due to falls, bumps, work, home and traffic accidents are defined as spinal trauma. Depending on the severity of the trauma, many different disorders may occur, such as vertebral fracture and slipping. Disorders related to spinal traumas that may affect vital functions are operated by spinal surgery physicians with different techniques depending on the extent and severity of the trauma. It is aimed to fully restore motor and sensory functions. After surgery, physical therapy and rehabilitation are mostly required.
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